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Derrick Henry won the Heisman in 2015.

‘Where Legends Are Made’: UA’s 10 greatest athletes of all time

Ramsey Eaton, Contributing Writer August 21, 2024

Whether it be with team sports like football and basketball or individual sports like track and field, Alabama is a well-oiled machine for athlete success stories. As such, comparing the accolades of these...

Alabama wide receiver Amari Jefferson (#17) catches a ball during practice.

Amari Jefferson: Dual sport phenomenon

Courtney Larrimore, Sports Editor August 21, 2024

After being committed to playing baseball for Tennessee since 2021, incoming freshman Amari Jefferson flipped his commitment last August to play baseball and football at Alabama.  "I came off my first...

Alabama Crimson Tide vs. Georgia Bulldogs at the SEC Championship Game on Dec. 2, 2023.

The biggest threats to Alabama football for the upcoming season

Myles Gollop, Contributing Writer August 21, 2024

With the Kalen DeBoer era underway, opposing teams across the nation look to fill the void of Alabama’s seemingly fallen dynasty. With AP rankings out and Alabama at No. 5, these teams are the most fearsome...

Alabama defensive lineman LT Overton (#22) sets up for a play during practice.

The rise of LT Overton: Carrying the family legacy of athletic excellence

Matthew Mason, Contributing Writer August 21, 2024

Defensive lineman LT Overton, a former 5-star recruit in the class of 2022, is set to begin a new chapter in his football career this season as a member of the Crimson Tide.  Overton said in an interview...

Alabama gymnast Shallon Olsen vaults during the 2023 NCAA Gymnastics Regional at Lloyd Noble Center in Norman, Oklahoma, on April 1, 2023.

Two former Alabama gymnasts make history at the Olympic event finals

Manisha Ramachandran, Contributing Writer August 5, 2024

Two former Crimson Tide gymnasts competed for their respective countries in the Paris Olympics. Luisa Blanco (2020-2024) competed for Team Colombia, and Shallon Olsen (2019-2023) competed for Team Canada.  Blanco The...

Men's hockey team celebrates 3-1 win over Illinois Oct. 20.

Alabama men’s and women’s hockey teams prepare for upcoming season

Callie Cassady, Contributing Writer July 31, 2024

As Alabama’s American Collegiate Hockey Association D1 men’s team and College Hockey South women’s teams get ready for puck drop in September, both teams have spent the summer preparing for the tough...

Former Alabama gymnast competes at the gymnastics SEC Championship on March 23.

Going global: Former Crimson Tide gymnasts face different set of rules at Olympics

Manisha Ramachandran, Contributing Writer July 31, 2024

As Alabama fans watch former gymnasts Luisa Blanco and Shallon Olsen compete for Olympic glory with Team Colombia and Team Canada, respectively, it’s important to know the differences between collegiate...

Alabama forward Gianna Paul (#14) rushes down the field against Vanderbilt.

Alabama soccer gearing up for rematches and redemption

Grace Elliott, Contributing Writer July 24, 2024

With the Alabama women’s soccer season quickly approaching, the team is gearing up for some of its biggest games. This season will feature 10 home games, 10 away games and 10 SEC games. Missouri —...

The UA System board of trustees will name the field at Bryant-Denny Stadium after former head coach Nick Saban.

Nick Saban to be honored with Nick Saban Field

Courtney Larrimore, Sports Editor July 20, 2024

The University of Alabama will honor former head football coach Nick Saban by naming Bryant-Denny Stadium’s field Nick Saban Field. The University made the news official Friday after the board of trustees’...

EA Sports College Football 25 review: Breaking down new gameplay, Dynasty mode and more

Matthew Mason, Contributing Writer July 19, 2024

After a 10 year absence, EA Sports has brought back its iconic collegiate football franchise. The new EA Sports College Football 25 video game is living up to the hype. Players who pre-ordered the deluxe...

Alabama pitcher Ben Hess is the school's fifth first-rounder in team history.

Six Alabama baseball players drafted to MLB, led by first-rounder Ben Hess

Callie Cassady, Contributing Writer July 17, 2024

The 2024 MLB draft, held July 14-16, saw six current Alabama players and three signees drafted into the league. In addition, two free agents signed on Wednesday.  Alabama pitcher Ben Hess was selected...

Alabama running back Jam Miller (#26) celebrates after scoring a touchdown during the SEC Championship game against Georgia.

Opinion | What does a successful 2024 look like for Kalen DeBoer in year one in Tuscaloosa?

Samuel Prestipino, Assistant Sports Editor July 17, 2024

College football is a result-based business. Fans, boosters and recruits judge teams on their ability to win now or at least on their showing that winning is on the horizon. As new Alabama head coach Kalen...